Renata Insight is a bi annual HR Newsletter published by Renata Limited HRD.

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ISSUE
July 2015
In This issue
A Legacy to be continued.. P.1
Life @ Renata P.2
Eye on Renata P.3
Professional Development Program P.4
CURRENT PHARMA
INDUSTRY TRENDs
The Pharmaceutical Industry of
Bangladesh has seen tremendous
growth. An estimated 97% of the
local demand for medicine within
Bangladesh is being met by local
Pharmaceuticals. At present, this
is one of the most
technologically advanced sectors
in the country employing
probably the highest number of
white collar professionals. Since
the promulgation of Drug
Policy in 1982, the sector has
grown from Tk173 crore to more
than Tk12,000 crore (or $1.5
billion) today. In view of its
export potential, pharma has
been declared as the thrust
sector in Bangladesh with an aim
to diversify the country’s export
portfolio and lower its
dependency on RMG (ready-
made garments). Also
Bangladesh is the only country
among all LDC countries which
has a well-developed pharma
industry that, over the time,
could successfully make the
transition from being an import
dependent to an exporting one.
Source: Dhaka Tribune February
13, 2015.
A Legacy to be continued...
In our wildest dream we never thought that we would be
covering this news in our first edition of Renata Insight.
We mourn the demise of Mr. Syed Humayun Kabir, Chairman of
Renata Limited and Founder of the SAJIDA Foundation, who
passed away on July 7th, 2015, He was 83 years old.
Mr. Humayun Kabir was among the country’s most respected
business professionals whose career had long been associated
with leading multinational and local organizations. He graduated
in Chemistry from the University of Dhaka and studied
Pharmacology at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow.
He was the Chairman & Managing Director of Pfizer Laboratories
(Bangladesh) Ltd, which later turned into Renata Ltd, and had
been its Chairman for almost 22 years until his passing.
He leaves behind a legacy of grassroots development work
carried out by the SAJIDA Foundation, an organization to serve
the poor in peri-urban areas which started out as a 25th
anniversary gift to his wife, Ms. Sajida Humayun Kabir. The
organization was founded in 1993 and is strongly focusing on
empowering the mother to empower the family.
He was the founding member and former Chairperson of the
BRAC governing body who held board-level associations with
BRAC since 1972.
Mr. Humayun Kabir served as Chairman and President of the
Metropoliton Chamber of Commerce and Industries, Bangladesh
Employers Association, Foreign Investors Chamber of commerce
and Industries, American Bangladesh Economic Forum, and
Transparency International Bangladesh.
He was also a board member of banks, insurance company and the
Trustee of the Center for Policy Dialogue (CPD).
The legacy which he has created, the vision which he had, the
values which he possessed throughout his life, as a member of the
Renata family we will try to inherit those values and will make sure
that the company expands its territory. That’s a PROMISE.
We, the Renata Family express our deepest gratitude to our legend
Leader from the core of our heart.
Dear Sir, YOU will be missed every single second…..
P E O P L E & C O M M U N I C A T I O N
It gives us immense pleasure to introduce Renata Insight which is
our very first bi-yearly Newsletter. This is the first time the Human
Resources Division has taken such an initiative and we are confident
through this newsletter we will be able to promote knowledge
sharing and intra company current affairs among all our employees.
For the very first time employees will have the opportunity to write
about their area of work and expertise and share it with the entire
Organization. The contents of this newsletter can vary from an
employee’s own achievements to the pharmaceutical industry as a
whole. The purpose of this newsletter is not necessarily to promote
any particular idea or event but to promote the people of Renata as
a whole.
Renata is a well known and trusted name in the Pharmaceutical
industry today, but many might wonder as to how this has been
achieved. The answer to this question might warrant complicated
analysis and various interpretations of economic theories and
statistical data, but to simply put it, the credit shall be given to its
people. Thus, the aim of this newsletter, among other things, is to
provide a platform for all our employees to highlight and share their
achievements, experiences, hurdles they have faced and how they
have overcome it etc, and to promote a motivational culture. We
hope our efforts in doing so will prove to be beneficial for all.
Have a nice read!
Introducing Renata Insight

2. FROM THE DESK OF
HOHR
I was thinking about what to write for
this column, should I write about
how the idea of the HR newsletter
popped up or should I write about
the importance of this tool which
plays a vital role in communication
between HR and its people. As this is
the first edition of HR Newsletter, I
would like to welcome you on board
with this new initiative. I believe for
any successful relationship whether
personal or professional,
communication plays a key factor,
the more you communicate the more
transparent it becomes and the
relationship becomes stronger.
Keeping that in mind, we will be
publishing Renata Insight Bi-yearly
from now onwards where we will
promote the major news related to
Renata and YOU. To make it
successful and more interactive from
the next edition onwards YOU are
also welcome to send your write-up
to our Newsletter team. This
platform will work as a bridge
between us and through it we will
inform you regarding the new
development stories of Renata. Keep
believing, together we can and we
will make a difference. Happy
reading...
CSR ACTIVITIES:
CSR activities performed in 2014:
Healthcare for Employees and
Their Families: BDT 38,449,055.
Support To Charitable
Organizations: BDT 1,150,000.
Treatment for Doctors with Life-
Threatening Illness: BDT
3,500,000.
Scholarship For Meritorious
Students: BDT 100,000
Women’s Empowerment: BDT
2,500,000
Financial Assistance to Ex-
Employees and their Children BDT
250,000
TOTAL CSR EXPENDITURE - BDT
45,949,055 which is 2.67% of Renata
Limited’s net profit.
New Comers
New faces have recently
talent pool (January 2015
Area of Operation
Human Resources
Manufacturing
Engineering Department
R & D
Quality Assurance
Project Management
Operation Services
International Business
Marketing Pharma
Sales Pharma
Pharma Field Force Dept.
Animal Health Division
Distribution Department
2nd Pharma Career
Fair-2015
Renata Limited participated in the 2
Pharma Career Fair-
at the State University of Banglade
(SUB) main campus between
and 17th
, 2015.
Life @ RENATA
Comers
ecently joined Renata’s
(January 2015- June 2015).
No’s
02
11
Engineering Department 19
04
39
Project Management 01
04
International Business 02
03
03
Dept. 114
Animal Health Division 23
Distribution Department 08
2nd Pharma Career
Renata Limited participated in the 2nd
-2015 which was held
at the State University of Bangladesh
(SUB) main campus between April 16th
Orientation Program
Renata Limited introduced an
Orientation program for its newly
recruited Future Leaders. The first batch
of the orientation program held on May
13, 2015 was developed and conducted
by the Human Resources Division of
Renata Limited. The objectives of the
program were general understanding
about the historical evolves of Ranata
Limited. General orientation of different
business units & products, Orienting
the Management Team
and providing an
overview to the newly
joined employees
with the values, norms
and culture of the
organization. A total of
77 members went
through a half-day
orientation program.
Safety Week 2015 Celebrated
Recently Renata Celebrated Safety Week 2015,
to make the employees working in Renata more aware about taking safety measures.
The Mirpur Site celebrated safety week from 6
Site from 13th
to 17th
June 2015. Different safety related programs were conducted
during the Safety Week. The program was conducted by HSE Department
First Ever MANCOM Meeting
On Saturday, March 21, 2015 the Management Committee Meeting (MCM) was held at
Kamranga Bithi, Renata Park. The objective of the meeting was to discuss
& future strategies regarding Renata Limited. Full Management Team was present and
the meeting was chaired by the Managing Director & CEO of Renata Limited. The MCM
will be taking place on a quarterly basis from now onwards.
RENATA
Long Service Award
Renata Limited awarded the Long
Service Award to employees who have
been working with Renata Limited for 5
years and above. The award categories
were, 5 years, 10 years, 15 years, 20
years etc. Each employee is provided
with a souvenir and a certificate for their
contribution towards Renata. A total of
345 employees have been awarded with
Long service award this year.
Safety Week 2015 Celebrated
Recently Renata Celebrated Safety Week 2015, the main motto of this safety week was
to make the employees working in Renata more aware about taking safety measures.
The Mirpur Site celebrated safety week from 6th
to 10th
June 2015. And the Rajendrapur
June 2015. Different safety related programs were conducted
eek. The program was conducted by HSE Department.
First Ever MANCOM Meeting taken place
Management Committee Meeting (MCM) was held at
Kamranga Bithi, Renata Park. The objective of the meeting was to discuss important issues
& future strategies regarding Renata Limited. Full Management Team was present and
ing Director & CEO of Renata Limited. The MCM
quarterly basis from now onwards.

3. New Website On Line
On the 3rd
of April, 2015 Renata Limited’s IT
Division launched a new website which is more
functional over the previous version. The new
website aims to inform all viewers regarding our
company. It can be accessed at:
http://www.renata-ltd.com/
Why not have a try today!
Everyone must be wondering why HR is talking about Pulse, which is a medical term
by which physicians’ measure, the heart rate of a person. In a way the HR
organization also serves as a physician who examines its human capital which is the
main component of that organization, analyses their situation and takes necessary
precaution to create a Win-Win situation for both the employer and employees.
The Renata HRD took a similar step to diagnose the current status of its people
involved. Practically it is not possible to interact with each and every
organization, as per global practice HRD is interacting with 20 to 25% members of each
division/department/depot/field force. In the process HRD is collecting feedback from
them. These interactive sessions are helping HRD to assess the current scenario to
explore the expectation of the people and in a broader perspective HRD is able to grab
the PULSE of Renata. HRD has already conducted a few sessions which includes Mirpur
Site, several Depots and Field Forces. Based on the findings, HR has already taken some
steps and gradually further necessary steps will be undertaken which is logically
beneficial for all concerned. Until then, PULSE checking is ON, stay tuned, we are
coming to YOU!
Did You
Know??
Celebrating Pohela Boishakh 1422
This year Renata Limited celebrated the Pohela Boishakh (the first day of
year) amid great festivity. New Year wishes have been forwarded to every divisions and
department on behalf of HR. Special traditional Bengali food was served in the canteen
to celebrate the occasion. Employees expressed their happiness regarding the Pohela
Boishakh Celebration arrangements.
Renata Union Election 2015-17
The Renata Karmachari Shangshad Election for the term
2015-17 was held on 28th
May, 2015. Also the Ovishek
program (Power Handover) was held
on 21st
June 2015.
Table Tennis Introduced
We are pleased to share that there are two
table tennis courts at our Renata Park which
are available for play from April 15, 2015. The
courts can be used all year round after office
hours and are located at the North East corner
of Renata Park beside the Gym. Table tennis
bats and balls are available at HRD of Corporate
HQ and Mirpur Site for the respective
employees.
is talking about Pulse, which is a medical term
the heart rate of a person. In a way the HRD of an
also serves as a physician who examines its human capital which is the
, analyses their situation and takes necessary
employer and employees.
The Renata HRD took a similar step to diagnose the current status of its people
and every member of the
, as per global practice HRD is interacting with 20 to 25% members of each
HRD is collecting feedback from
. These interactive sessions are helping HRD to assess the current scenario to
explore the expectation of the people and in a broader perspective HRD is able to grab
the PULSE of Renata. HRD has already conducted a few sessions which includes Mirpur
several Depots and Field Forces. Based on the findings, HR has already taken some
necessary steps will be undertaken which is logically
beneficial for all concerned. Until then, PULSE checking is ON, stay tuned, we are
The 42nd AGM of
Renata Limited Held
The 42nd
Annual General Meeting (AGM) of
Renata Limited took place on Saturday the 20th
of June, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. It was held at the
Dhaka Ladies Club. The Meeting was chaired by
the Chairman Mr. Syed H. Kabir in the presence
of all the Board Members.
Financial matters discussed in the AGM:
Gross Yearly Turnover – 12, 674, 236 Taka (In
Thousands) 2014,
Net Yearly Turnover – 11, 107, 281 Taka (In
Thousands) 2014,
Net Profit after tax & other comprehensive
income – 1,720,209 Taka (In Thousands) 2014,
Dividend – 441,279 Taka (In Thousands) 2014,
Number of Shares – 44, 127, 929 (2014),
Contribution to National Exchequer – Renata
Limited paid Taka 2,146 million to the National
Exchequer in the form of Corporate Income Tax,
Import Duties, and Value Added Tax (VAT).
Did You
Know??
celebrated the Pohela Boishakh (the first day of the Bengali
been forwarded to every divisions and
served in the canteen
Employees expressed their happiness regarding the Pohela
EYE ON RENATA
NEW DEPOT
Two new Depots (Distribution
point) have recently started their
operation.
Surma Depot (Sylhet)
Inaugurated on May 15, 2015.
Address: Sylhet Sunamganj bypass
Road, Lotipur, Dakshin Surma,
Sylhet
Tangail Depot
Inaugurated on April 01,2015.
Address: Holding No. 1135, Biswas
betka, Atpukurpar, Dhaka Road,
Tangail Sadar, Tangail - 1900
NEW MARKET
We have recently started
exporting our products to the
market of East African Country
Somalia.
NEW PRODUCTs
We are pleased to announce the
recently launched products as
listed below:
• Tritin Tablet
• Novelon lite Teblet
• Nutrilina Veg Caps
• Ginera Veg Caps
• Primavera Soft gel Caps
• Gynova Tablet
• Recox tablet
• Flustar Dry Syrup
• Orcef Capsule
Surma Depot

4. PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM
In line with HR’s typical
responsibilities we are proud to
mention that various types of
professional development
programs are being conducted
throughout the organization. It is
with the intention that the
employees will be empowered
and encouraged to be more
productive wherever they are
contributing.
BE A PART OF
RENATA INSIGHT
The first issue of Renata Insight is
on line. We are expecting
constructive suggestions from
members of the Renata Family to
make it more comprehensive.
Also from the next issues we are
expecting write-ups from the
members of Renata Family. Last
but not the least we would like to
give special thanks to those who
have given us various input to
make this issue interesting. You
can send your write-ups to
anupom.chowdhury@renata-
ltd.com
Upcoming Events
• MS Excel / English Training for the employees of
There will be new MS Excel & English training
batches are being prepared for the upcoming sessions.
• Leadership Training by MD Sir
Very soon there will be a Leadership Training session by MD Sir.
Editorial Committee:
Ms. Nisbat Anwar, Head of HR;
Mr. Anupom Chowdhury, Sr. Officer-HR and
Mr. Syed Saheeb Ahmed, Officer-HR.
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Renata Limited is always working to develop
the skills of its members as well as motivate
them. As part of that skill development
program for the newly elected Professional
Service Officer (PSO), Celebrity Training
session has been introduced.
three sessions were arranged
2nd
June & 16th
June 2015 respectively. In
the sessions Renata is proud to have
Mr. Tauquir Ahmed, renowned Architect,
Actor and Film Director
Karim, renowned Actor
Shuvo, renowned Film
leaders. They came to Renata to share
experience and success stories
participants. Their presence, inspirational
speech and experience sharing session in
relation with effective
Celebrity Talk
Training on Automation Using Microcontroller
For the Development of the Engineers working in Renata training on
Microcontroller” was conducted.
Renata HR, which was a
where a total of 18 employees
was conducted by external Trainer
Off Topic: “Manager: What happens if we invest in developing our people & then they leave us?
HR replies: What happens if we don’t & they stay?”
Upcoming Events
English Training for the employees of different wings.
There will be new MS Excel & English training sessions starting soon. The new
batches are being prepared for the upcoming sessions.
Training by MD Sir.
Very soon there will be a Leadership Training session by MD Sir.
Renata Limited is always working to develop
the skills of its members as well as motivate
them. As part of that skill development
program for the newly elected Professional
Service Officer (PSO), Celebrity Training
session has been introduced. Altogether
arranged on 20th
May,
June 2015 respectively. In
Renata is proud to have had
, renowned Architect,
Actor and Film Director, Mr. Mosharraf
, renowned Actor and Mr. Arifin
Film Actor as the session
Renata to share their
experience and success stories with the
Their presence, inspirational
speech and experience sharing session in
effective selling techniques
has added value to the development of our
future leaders. There were a lot of tools
which PSOs were able to grasp from their
experiences. A visible change has been
observed among the participants after
attending the sessions and the innovative
training approach. Also, these sessions have
helped Renata to brand itself in the Industry.
Celebrity Talk
Automation Using Microcontroller
For the Development of the Engineers working in Renata training on “Automation Using
was conducted. This was a part of the Learning and Development initiative of
was a 4 day long Training Session. This was a specialized training for engineers,
18 employees from different departments attended the sessions. The session
was conducted by external Trainers.
“Manager: What happens if we invest in developing our people & then they leave us?
HR replies: What happens if we don’t & they stay?”
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Training Session:
Business English
English is essential to carry out
regular business operations. As part of
the Learning and Development
initiative of Renata HR, A 10 Day Long
Session on English Communication has
been conducted from May 6th, 2015
to June 8th, 2015. The first batch
consisting of 20 members from
different departments attended the
sessions. New batches are in the
pipeline to be trained up. This session
was conducted by an external Trainer.
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Learning Session:
MS Excel
As a part of the Learning and
Development initiative of Renata HR,
Learning Sessions on MS- Excel (Basic
to Advanced level) have been
conducted on May 9th, 2015(1st
batch) and June 13th, 2015(2nd
Batch).
Selected members from cross
functional departments attended the
sessions. These sessions were
conducted by an external trainer.
More batches are in the pipeline to be
trained up.“Manager: What happens if we invest in developing our people & then they leave us?
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